Holding steady.
Popularity of Arzella since 1900
Babies named Arzella per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1919, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Arzella's real moment was 1901.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 31 |
| 1910s | 71 |
| 1920s | 121 |
| 1930s | 72 |
| 1940s | 54 |
| 1950s | 27 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Arzella is a rare American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1900, with its peak usage occurring in 1901. Since then, it has remained extremely uncommon, with no recorded births in most years. The name's trajectory has been stable, meaning it has never experienced a significant rise or fall in usage. While its exact origin is unclear, it likely emerged as a feminine form of a surname or an inventive elaboration of names like Arabella. Due to its scarcity, Arzella has no top states or notable bearers, but its vintage sound may appeal to those seeking a truly distinctive choice.
Arzella is a rare given name that appears in the United States in the early 20th century. Its exact derivation is unclear, but it may be a feminine elaboration of the surname Arzel or a variant of the similarly obscure name Arzelia. Some sources suggest a connection to the more familiar Arabella, though this is speculative. The name saw a brief peak in 1901 but has remained extremely uncommon since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Arzy, Zella, Arzie
Variants: Arzelia, Arzela
Sibling names for Arzella
Names that share Arzella's style, for a brother or sister.
